Oyarzabal: It's unfortunate what happened, and we must keep fighting

Mikel Oyarzabal, the Spanish national team player, spoke to the press following the defeat against England 3-2 in the final round of the group stage of the UEFA Nations League.

Mikel Oyarzabal said in statements to the RTVE network: "It was a very difficult match for us, especially after coming back from the break. We hoped nothing else would happen, but the team's reaction was very good. We must appreciate what we did, as well as what the opponent did. It's unfortunate what happened, but we have to keep working."

Regarding the decline in the national team's performance during certain periods of the match, the player stressed that the team did not stop trying, adding: "The team did not cease to insist or strive to come back. We have secured qualification, and now we must continue to fight and compete."

Mikel Oyarzabal spoke about scoring a penalty and dedicating the goal, explaining: "I wished things had gone differently, but I dedicate this first goal to my assistant. These are special days filled with love, and I send the biggest hug to my son and wife, and I hope to experience these moments many times again."